The British knew there would be less resistance by using local governments rather than British rule, and they knew that by using local governments only a handful of British soldiers would be needed to keep the colonists in line, leaving the bulk of the British army to be used were they were greatly needed.
Among the most influential philosophers were John Locke, Jean Jacques Rousseau, and Baron de Montesquieu.
There are some advantages of social norms.
1-Historical values are promoted
2-People may be kept under control
3-May increase the level of kindness in a society
4-People may feel more secure
5-You may stop bad habits
6-May help you to find new friends
7-Necessary to be a valuable member of society
8-Complying with social norms makes your parents proud
9-People know how the game works
10-Social norms may keep the current system working
11-Conformity to social norms can give you a career boost
